Receptionist and Administrative Assistant (Heron Park Primary Academy)

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Aurora Trust CPD

Aurora Academies Advantage discounts

Staff well‑being and safeguarding

Job summary

Heron Park Primary Academy is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the friendly office team. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for the school community, delivering a welcoming reception and handling safeguarding administration for visitors.

The role is permanent, part-time 35 hours per week, term-time only, Monday to Friday, with pro rata salary. We value a warm, professional approach, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy

Qualifications

• Experience of reception work
• Warm, friendly and professional manner
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and welcoming reception for school community
• Ensure safeguarding administration of visitors
• Support safeguarding and DBS processes as required

Job description

Hours of work: 35 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Heron Park Primary Academy
Dallington Road
Hampden Park
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 9EE

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Administrative Assistant to join their friendly office team.
As the first point of contact with the school community, this role provides an efficient and welcoming reception service and ensures appropriate safeguarding administration of visitors.
The role is offered on a permanent, term-time only basis for 35 hours per week Monday to Friday.
We would love to hear from you if:

• you have previous experience of reception work
• you have a warm, friendly, and professional manner
• you have strong organisational skills and can manage multiple tasks in a busy school environment
• you have excellent communication skills, both verbal, and written, and can build positive relationships with school users
• you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

• A supportive team who place our values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious well-equipped and well‑resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi‑academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high‑street shops and health and well‑being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Yvonne Streeter, Office Manager on [e-mail] or 01323 502525.

ABOUT US

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours of work: 35 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 16 November 2026

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.heronparkprimaryacademy.org

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Administrative Assistant to join their friendly office team.
As the first point of contact with the school community, this role provides an efficient and welcoming reception service and ensures appropriate safeguarding administration of visitors.
The role is offered on a permanent, term-time only basis for 35 hours per week Monday to Friday.
We would love to hear from you if:

• you have previous experience of reception work
• you have a warm, friendly, and professional manner
• you have strong organisational skills and can manage multiple tasks in a busy school environment
• you have excellent communication skills, both verbal, and written, and can build positive relationships with school users
• you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team